Fans will be allowed at Timbers and Thorns matches this weekend
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Well, things have changed over the course of the day. With Oregon Governor Kate Brown lowering 15 counties from “Extreme Risk” to “High Risk” including Multnomah County the Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns FC will be allowed to have fans in attendance this weekend.
We are excited to confirm that we can continue having our supporters in a limited capacity at Providence Park this weekend, as today the state announced a reduction in county COVID risk levels.
We are excited to confirm that we can continue having our supporters in a limited capacity at Providence Park this weekend, as today the state announced a reduction in county COVID risk levels.
NWSL commissioner appeals to Oregon governor for exemption
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) The commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League is appealing to Oregon Governor Kate Brown to make an exception to the current coronavirus restrictions and allow fans into the Challenge Cup final Saturday between the Portland Thorns and Gotham FC.
The Thorns clinched a spot in the preseason tournament’s final game and the right to host the event at Providence Park, but the governor on Friday moved 15 counties to “extreme risk” status.
As part of the “extreme risk” designation, fans are no longer allowed to attend sporting events, even outdoors.
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